Mattei Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mattei Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $447,835 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $315,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$447,835
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$315,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $456,075 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $322,075 | 17 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $456,075 | 15 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $447,835 | 17 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Mattei Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Mattei Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $315,000 |
| North Carolina | 8 | $112,585 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $8,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $7,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Texas | To provide support for students, faculty, and staff to educate, innovate and change the world. Renovation of james j. And miriam mulva hall and hildebrand hall. | $315,000 |
| Myers Park United Methodist Church | To provide for those in need. | $50,000 |
| Atrium Health Foundation | To help advancing heart care in our region by supporting innovative programs and projects, provide assistance to caregivers, and provide essential needs. | $25,000 |
| The Mint Museum | To foster creativity within the local community | $19,450 |
| The Mitchell Bays Turner Pediatric Fund | To fund mental health counseling for families with sick children who have a terminal or life-threatening diagnosis. | $9,335 |
| Charlotte Country Day School | Supplement cost of every student's education | $5,000 |
| Kappa Kappa Gamma | To provide the means to women to live fully and inspire positive change in the world | $5,000 |
| Individual | To provide assistance to those in need | $3,000 |
| St Edward's Catholic Church | To provide assistance to those in need | $3,000 |
| Palmetto Animal League | Animal rights, welfare, and services | $2,500 |
| St Gregory the Great | To provide assistance to those in need | $2,500 |
| The Hanley Foundation | To provide funds for comprehensive addiction recovery treatment services | $2,500 |
| Blumenthal Performing Arts | To fund programs that inspire creativity, provideart access and education, and strengthen thelocal community | $1,500 |
| Cat Cay Medical Clinic Foundation | To fund a medical clinic that provides support and emergency stabilization care | $1,500 |
| Queens University of Charlotte | To provide scholarships and improve the quality of education | $1,300 |
| The Foundation for Tomorrow | To provide scholarships and improve the quality of education | $1,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | To provide supporting and sustaining the physical and mental health of naval special warfare(nsw) service members, veterans, and families. | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- J Scott Mattei
Questions people ask
Does Mattei Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mattei Foundation give?
$447,835 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Mattei Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Scott Mattei (Trustee).
What does Mattei Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.